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Rauzan Ségla 2004

RegionBordeaux
Subregion France > Bordeaux > Left Bank > Margaux
ColourRed
TypeStill
Grape VarietyCabernet Sauvignon/Merlot

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Tasting Notes

Rauzan-Segla’s finesse-styled 2004 offers raspberry, cherry, forest floor, and dried herb-like characteristics in its deep ruby/purple-hued, medium-bodied personality. With excellent purity, freshness, and precision, it is not a blockbuster claret, but rather a stylish, elegant, accessible effort with sweet tannin. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2022.

89
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (171), June 2007

Very pretty aromas of blackberry and vanilla. Medium- to full-bodied, with silky tannins and a delightful finish. Not a big wine, but pretty and attractive. Hard not to drink now. Best after 2009. 12,500 cases made.

90
James Suckling, Wine Spectator (March 07), March 2007

Deep crimson. Round, full, concentrated. Rather spicy and licorice-like. Sweet, a bit of wet fur. Quite exciting. Some real spark though quite well mannered too. Quiet. Just lacks a very slight bit of excitement and energy but it is obviously very well made.

17
Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com (2 Sep 05), September 2005

A little on the herbal side though well proportioned and quite gentle. Date tasted 17th Feb 09

16
Julia Harding MW, JancisRobinson.com (17 Feb 09), February 2009
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The 2004 Rauzan-Segla is superior to the 2003, offering a deep ruby/purple hue in addition to a flowery, mineral-infused, sweet black fruit, cherry, and subtle oak-scented bouquet. Medium-bodied, elegant, beautifully concentrated, and well-balanced in a classic, feminine style, it should drink well for 15+ years.

88/90
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (165), June 2006

A pretty 2004, not hugely concentrated. A nice balance of delicate fruit and fine tannins. Medium- to full-bodied, with a caressing finish. In harmony with the vintage

89/91
James Suckling, Wine Spectator (April 05), April 2005
93
Farr Vintners, Southwold Bordeaux Tasting, January 2008
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